The Khumbu Monastery Trek is a special trek to the beating heart of the Everest region, the local Buddhist monasteries. During this trek, you will be able to see the famous mountains of the Everest region. Meanwhile, you pass by the local villages with their monastery. Due to the fact that monasteries are not regularly open, we cannot promise you that you will be able to visit all monasteries. However, even from the outside, you can feel the spirituality of the local Buddhist Sherpa culture.
The Khumbu monastery trek starts from Lukla airport, the gateway to the Everest area. From Lukla, you walk to the Sherpa capital of Namche Bazaar at 3440 meters. At Namche, you will take a rest day for proper acclimatization. Here you can take an optional walk up to the Everest View Hotel for another beautiful view of the surrounding mountains.
A day hike will bring you to the hidden village of Thame with its monastery proudly standing upon a mountain ridge. Through forests of rhododendron, pines, and oak trees, you hike to Khumjung. The monastery of Khumjung has been fully restored after the 2015 earthquake, and is now in full service again. Phortse is a village which offers a great view of the Khumbu valley. Soon, when you leave Phortse, you will see the famous Tengboche monastery. The mountain views from Thyangboche are spectacular, with Everest standing proud next to Lhotse and Nuptse. Now you slowly descend towards Lukla for a flight back to Kathmandu.
Our itineraries are designed to be flexible. If you would like to modify this plan, let us know, and we will work with you to create a personalized trip.
Day 1: Arrival Nepal; pick up at the international airport and drop off at a hotel in Thamel Kathmandu
Day 2: Flight Kathmandu/ Ramechap to Lukla and, trek to Phakding (2640 m – 3 hrs.)
Day 3: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440 m – 5hrs.)
Day 4: Resting day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization. Optional day hike to the Everest View hotel
Day 5: Trek to Thame (4200m – 5 hrs.)
Day 6: Trek to Khumjung (3780m – 5 hrs.)
Day 7: Trek to Phortse (3810m – 6 hrs.)
Day 8: Trek to Tengboche Monastery ( 3867 m – 4 hrs.)
Day 9: Trek to Monjo (2860 m – 6 hrs.)
Day 10: Trek to Lukla (2830 m – 4 hrs.)
Day 11: Flight Lukla to Kathmandu (0,5 hrs.)
Day 12: Free day at leisure
Day 13: Departure; pick up from the hotel and drop off at the international airport
During the trekking season prices may rise. The final price depends on the trekking season, group size and, if applicable, the cost of the local transfers.
Cost includes:
– Pick up and drop off from Kathmandu International Airport to the hotel
– 3 nights hotel room in Kathmandu; breakfast included
– Teahouse room during trek
– Return flight Kathmandu/ Ramechap to Lukla and transfer to and from the domestic airport
– Licensed and certified mountain guide. Well experienced and English speaking
– Porter service for carrying luggage; 10 kg per person
– Salary, food, accommodation and insurance for the mountain guide and porters
– 3 meals per day; breakfast/ lunch/dinner
– Free use of a waterproof bag
– Sagarmatha National Park entrance fee, TIMS card and local taxes
– Support of the Sherpa Heritage Trails head office in Kathmandu
Cost excludes:
– International flight to Kathmandu
– Nepal entrance visa
– Lunches and dinners in Kathmandu
– All beverage bills, hot shower, internet services, laundry and battery charge during trek
– Personal travel insurance
– Rescue operation charge in case of an emergency
– Any cost that arises due to a change of itinerary, like flight delay, natural calamities, etc.
– Gratitude and tips for the guide and porters
